Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Diamond Healthcare; Effort (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Diamond Healthcare seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our geriatrics-focused team, providing OT services under supervision of an occupational therapist in various care settings.

You will implement treatment plans, assist patients with activities, monitor progress, and educate families while collaborating to adjust plans as needed in-person at our facilities.

This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth within a patient-centered organization.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required from an accredited OTA program.
• COTA certification and state licensure or eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology.
• Experience in acute care, outpatient, geriatrics, pediatrics, or occupational health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the occupational therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic activities and exercises.
• Monitor and record patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the occupational therapist to modify treatment plans as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Patient care

Education

Associate's degree in OTA program

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in providing occupational therapy services under the supervision of an occupational therapist to patients in various healthcare settings.

Duties:

• Implementing treatment plans developed by the occupational therapist
• Assisting patients with therapeutic activities and exercises
• Monitoring and recording patient progress
• Educating patients and their families on treatment plans
• Collaborating with the occupational therapist to modify treatment plans as needed

Requirements:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• State licensure or eligibility for state licensure
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Experience in acute care, outpatient, geriatrics, pediatrics, and occupational health settings is preferred
• Familiarity with medical imaging and patient care practices

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, PRN

License/Certification:

COTA (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients through your expertise and compassionate care.